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Placer County, California is located in the Sacramento Valley and Sierra Nevada regions of California. The county seat is Auburn. Placer County is officially called the County of Placer, and is located in an area known for gold mining. It goes from Sacramento to Nevada and Lake Tahoe. The population in the county has grown significantly, going from almost 250,000 residents in 2000 to almost 350,000 residents in 2010.
With such a large population boom in a short period of time, traffic accidents are bound to happen. In 2011, there were over 1,400 people injured in automobile accidents in Placer County, and 24 individuals were killed. Of those people killed, five were killed because of drunk drivers. In addition to the automobile accidents, there were six pedestrians killed and 44 were injured, 72 bicyclists were injured, and six motorcyclists were killed and 84 were injured.
Fortunately for those people who are injured, or the families of those who are killed, legal help is available. Liberty Law works extensively with automobile accident victims, as well as those injured in other types of accidents, such as motorcycle and bicycle accidents, truck accidents, and SUV rollovers. Liberty Law also helps those who have suffered brain, spinal cord, or burn injuries. Liberty Law works with clients throughout Placer County, including Auburn, Loomis, Roseville, Granite Bay, Colfax, Rocklin, Foresthill, Newcastle, and Granite Bay.
Accident victims are entitled to compensation for their accidents. This could include compensation for medical expenses, pain and suffering, rehabilitation expenses, time off work, and in some cases punitive damages. The family members of those injured may also be entitled to compensation, depending on the circumstances involved.
Liberty Law also works with those who are injured by negligence, such as those who were bitten by dogs, victims of legal or professional malpractice, those who were injured by a defective product, victims of elder neglect or abuse, and wrongful death victims. The person or company responsible for the negligent behavior can be held legally responsible and may be forced to pay damages.
In addition to helping victims of accidents and personal injuries, Micha Star Liberty of Liberty Law also works with employers and employees who have issues concerning employment law. There are numerous legal issues and problems that can arise over the course of an employment relationship. Some of the most common complaints from employees are discrimination and harassment at work. Discrimination and harassment are illegal if they are based on an illegal purpose such as sex, race, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, ethnicity, or national origin. Employees also frequently have problems with not being paid properly for all hours worked, overtime, vacation pay and sick leave.
Employers may also have legal issues that can arise in the course of an employment relationship. Employers may need help with legal questions, such as whether an employee can legally be fired. They may need an employment agreement drafted or a workplace investigation performed. Liberty Law has extensive experience in employment law, and is eager to help with your legal questions.
If you’re in Placer County, and are seeking help with a car accident or an employment law issue, call the dedicated professionals at Liberty Law Micha Star Liberty has extensive experience with both personal injury cases and issues of employment law. Call Liberty Law today for a free consultation at 510-645-1000 or 415-896-1000. Micha Star Liberty can help you with your car accident case or your employment law questions. Call today to learn more.
